In a short period of time, Uchiha Huayue gained many unprecedented insights into the Natural Energy surrounding Mount Myōboku.
Similarly, the Great Toad Sage, who had already Method to See Through Karma and was constantly observing, suddenly felt that the fog surrounding Huayue had become even thicker.
" Naruto and the others should be arriving soon, so I won't disturb them any longer and will take my leave first."
Bang!
Surrounded by White Mist, the Shadow Clone left. How could the ever-cautious and cautious Huayue possibly come here personally to risk her life?
The ancient temple returned to its usual tranquility, with only a slight breeze proving that what had just happened was not an illusion.
" The Great Toad Sage, Fukasaku-sama and Shima-sama have returned..."
The worry in his eyes never disappeared. The Great Toad Sage remained silent about what had just happened, and simply said...
"Let the couple directly teach Little Naruto Senjutsu; the tides of time and destiny will bring everything back on track..."
"So-called destiny is not something that can be changed by the existence of gods who presumptuously claim to be gods."
At this moment, Huayue did not hear the Great Toad Sage's murmur, and even if she did, she probably wouldn't care, and would instead scoff at the so-called fate.
Meanwhile, Naruto, Jiraiya, and the others arrived at Mount Myōboku and came to the sacred place where they used to train.
"There's still a week until the Chunin Ninja Exams start. Whether you can successfully master Sage Mode is anyone's guess."
Jiraiya said softly, as memories flooded his mind like a revolving lantern.
It was because of his carelessness in his youth that he used Reverse Summoning Jutsu, which led him to Mount Myōboku and where he formed a bond with the immortals.
"Let's get started quickly, time waits for no one. The first thing we need to do is to sense the Natural Energy. I can't wait to see the teacher's surprised expression, hahaha."
"Wait, Naruto, sensing Natural Energy is a very dangerous thing. If you're not careful, you could turn into a stone sculpture like the ones around you. Human thoughts are really..."
Before Fukasaku could finish speaking, Naruto dipped one of his hands into the Toad Oil, and in a short moment, orange eyeshadow appeared on his eyelids.
"So that's how it is. The division of responsibilities between stillness and movement—that's what Sage Mode is? If it's this form, it might even extend the duration of the Tailed Beast Cloak's Silent Blood Armor..."
Amidst the horrified gazes of the many Toad, Naruto turned around, revealing a pale orange sage mask and Toad eyes—the very image of a perfect sage.
"How is that possible? You balanced Natural Energy and internal chakra in an instant. Are you born with a constitution that is naturally suited for Sage Mode, Naruto?"
Under Jiraiya's surprised gaze, Naruto shrugged and spoke calmly.
"I started practicing meditation on Natural Energy and inner peace when I was 5 years old, and I have never stopped since. It is the best practice to calm the mind and overcome loneliness."
For a moment, even Jiraiya didn't know how to evaluate it. It was precisely because he was used to being alone that he was able to face everything with equanimity.
"As long as you can complete the perception of Natural Energy, you might actually be able to complete the training of Sage Mode within a week. Naruto, maybe you are a genius."
Jiraiya smiled slightly, looked up at the sky, appreciating the child's talent while also feeling helpless that the child had never received care from his parents.
At dusk, in a training ground on a crimson mountain in Konoha, devoid of any plants.
" Chidori!"
Like the chirping of a thousand sparrows, the powerful penetrating force pierced into the mountains with its impact. Sasuke, his eyes flashing with resentment.
"Alright, alright, that's enough. Your current limit is six times a day. Without that Silent Blood Armor, your maximum limit is two times. This is the limit of the chakra you can gather right now."
Kakashi gave his answer, which displeased Sasuke, who felt a pang of envy for his friend and foe.
'Damn it, if I had Naruto's monstrous stamina, I wouldn't be limited by chakra...'
After resting for a while, Sasuke looked at Kakashi and turned to ask him.
" Kakashi, is there any possibility of further development for Chidori?"
Kakashi for a moment and then offered his opinion.
" Chidori is a ninjutsu that combines nature transformation and form transformation. Its learning difficulty is classified as A-rank. Further improvement would probably be quite difficult."
Seeing the disappointment on his face, Kakashi seized the opportunity to add something.
"However, it's not impossible. You can ask that guy. He's very knowledgeable about the nature and form transformations of the five chakras."
"Even in terms of Sharingan usage, he's far superior to me..."
With a heavy heart, Sasuke hesitated in front of the door, but a slight push from behind made him step inside.
"What are you hesitating for outside the door? What's bothering you? Talking about it might make you feel better."
Looking back, a girl with long, black hair reaching her waist, about the same height as herself, smiled gently at her.
"It's none of your business. Where is Huayue?"
For some reason, Sasuke felt inexplicably irritated by Kotoko, a girl his age who had always shown him kindness and gentleness.
"Oh dear, you don't even call your teacher or your brother a proper greeting. You should really learn to be a little more polite to people."
"Enough with the chit-chat. I have no interest in being polite to someone with such a chaotic lifestyle. I'm asking you, is there any possibility that Chidori could go any further?"
Behind his seemingly cold eyes lies a hint of desire and obsession with power.
Seeing this, Mikoto sighed helplessly.
"The possibility of Chidori going a step further? Of course there is. Not only Chidori, but also a combined ninjutsu of Lightning Release and Fire Release. The burning and attachment of Fire Release combined with the paralysis and penetrating power of Lightning Release. Want to learn it?"
After receiving a definite answer, Sasuke nodded solemnly, while Huayue smiled brightly and took the opportunity to provoke him again.
"Actually, I was just about to tell you that Naruto has gone to train in Sage Senjutsu under the guidance of Jiraiya, one of the Jiraiya Sannin. If he comes back, the gap between you two might widen even further."
In an instant, veins bulged around his eyes. Sasuke could no longer tolerate this kind of progress where he could only follow in the footsteps of others. He gritted his teeth and said.
"Teach me now, quickly!"
"Before that, I have a gift for you. The burden on your body from the Two-Tomoe Sharingan has been completely overcome with the Silent Blood Armor. Are you ready to move on to the Three Tomoe?"
Only then did a cold smile appear on Sasuke's face as he recalled the words Uchiha Itachi had left for him that day.
"Ah, I can already see Itachi dying before my eyes, come on."
Under Mikoto's worried gaze, Huayue smiled gently, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. The chakra of Indra and Asura was constantly pushing the two of them to break through the limits of their bodies and souls.